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A journalist scans the 'Commodus Passage' built underneath the Colosseum in Rome, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025.

Video. Revealed: Roman emperors secret 'Commodus Passage' tunnel at Colosseum

Updated: 01/12/2025 - 15:17 GMT+1

Want to walk in the footsteps of Roman emperors? Now you can because an ancient secret passageway in Rome's Colosseum used exclusively by emperors is now open to the public for the first time since its construction almost 2,000 years ago.

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